Shawn Ryan Show

#55 Prime Hall - MARSOC Raider Survives The Unthinkable / Horrific Combat Experience | Part 2

May 1, 2023
In this engaging conversation, Prime Hall, a MARSOC Raider turned coach and innovator, shares his gripping journey from the battlefield to civilian life. He delves into the unique bonds formed with Afghan partners amid the chaos of combat, particularly during insider attacks that changed military protocols. Prime also candidly discusses his battle with PTSD and transformative healing experiences, including alternative therapies. Now, he’s channeling his passion into training Olympians and growing the Underwater Torpedo League, bringing a fresh perspective to resilience and recovery.
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NCIS Investigation in Afghanistan

  • Prime Hall recounts NCIS investigating lost morphine on a dangerous Afghanistan deployment.
  • This felt like misplaced priorities amidst casualties and intense combat.
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Operation Goat Rope

  • Prime Hall shares a story of using goats to trigger IEDs in Afghanistan.
  • This unconventional tactic, "Operation Goat Rope," protected troops and cleared a compound.
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Insider Attack

  • Prime recalls an insider attack in Afghanistan where he was hit by RPGs.
  • The attacker, an Afghan Special Forces member, targeted his compound, causing significant damage and casualties.
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